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Top 5 Dance Moments of 2024

Is it me or does the sound of this upcoming new year make you think of flying cars and elevators being suspended mid air? We are already knocking on the door of year 2025 but before we sign off let's look at a few top-tier, congratulatory, historic dance moments from this year.  Once you get to the end of my five, feel free to share this article to your social accounts and add your five! No matter what the years bring, dance always leaves me inspired, ignited, reinvigorated and restored. So, here we go! In no particular order, here are my top 5 dance moments of 2024. First up is Robert Battle becoming the resident choreographer for Paul Taylor Company. After over a decade of carrying the legacy of Alvin Ailey as its third Artistic Director, Mr. Battle announced his plans to resign from the position. When I read of the news it was jarring but I figured I had to get over it. Not long after, however, I'd hear of happier news and I couldn't be more delighted for him. Next up i...
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Technique vs Entertainment

Tonight I have a think piece for you.


Has the the thought of being entertaining  crept up— overriding proper technique? It seems some manner of conversation exchanges being entertained for proper body alignment and execution. 


What do most people consider entertaining? Lots of turns. “Whacked out” legs? In bringing all genres of dance to the Instagram world I’ve found that even in a technique like Classical Ballet, the turns make me feel absolutely nothing if an emotional foundation was not built. Body intelligence and awareness of the work all come across on stage and through the dancer when they have understanding. 


What is there to understand?  The work, your respect for the craft, why you are choosing to dance, your body in connection with the choreography…

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